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My Own Montessori opened it's doors in October 2003. Owner/Teacher, Lynn Arnsdorf was a stay-at-home Montessori Mom for several years before going back to teaching after her third child was born. Lynn received her Montessori training (a 2 year commitment) after seeing the successes of her own children. The peaceful and nurturing environment is ripe for knowledge gathering. Her own children were cared for, had a zest for learning and had a tremendous sense of confidence entering first grade.

After working several years at Montessori School of St. Cloud and Heritage Montessori in Big Lake, Lynn decided to start her own school. She wanted to create a small school environment that was geared towards parents who wanted to find quality preschool but did not want a huge mega-school environment. The classroom size at M.O.M. will remain small...22-23 students, but usually 20 or less. She also wanted to offer part-time schedules for parents who wanted to gradually start their children in school. Most Montessori schools are 5 days a week...at My Own Montessori, there is a 2day/wk and 3day/wk option! Lynn also wanted to offer a secular and diverse environment that welcomed all cultures, beliefs and faiths....this is what makes the world go round!

Lynn's education background: High School - St. Anthony Village (northeast suburb of Mpls) 1974

Lori Matson is our classroom assistant, the bones of any Montessori classroom!! The assistant has to be on top of things. She's the eyes and ears of the room. Lori has extensive experience working as an assistant/para-educator for special need early childhood students. She has a fitness specialist certificate from Anoka Ramsey Community College. Lori is a mom of boys!!!!

Liz Aish is our classroom aide. She is a retired teacher, having taught in the St. Francis school district for many years. She will be assisting Lynn with lesson enhancements and follow up, including listening to readers.